2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX56 | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX56 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
